What is SNAP E&T (Education and Training Program)?

SNAP E&T is a voluntary program that can help SNAP participants gain skills and find work. SNAP E&T is not a one-size-fits-all training. It meets you where you are and opens the door to new opportunities and career options.

How does it help someone on SNAP?

SNAP E&T offers free training, education, and career advice to help you reach your goals. SNAP E&T also helps with things that might make it hard for you to get a job or move forward in your career. Those things could include paying for uniforms, supplies, transportation, and child care.

If you are an able-bodied adult without dependents (ABAWD), joining SNAP E&T may be a way to help meet your ABAWD work requirement and stay eligible for SNAP benefits.

What does the process look like?

• You ask to join SNAP E&T
• You come to the Russell M Pry building to meet with a SNAP E&T case manager. During this appointment, you will discuss your employment goals, needs, barriers and strengths. This may include completing a computer assessment.
• You and the case manager decide on the SNAP E&T activities that help you meet your goals
• You stay connected with your SNAP E&T case manager to discuss your progress and receive extra support when you need it
• You accomplish your goals and complete the program with confidence.

What if I decide SNAP E&T is not right for me?

If you choose to stop participating, you will be disenrolled from SNAP E&T. You will no longer meet with a SNAP E&T case manager or receive program supports.

If you were using SNAP E&T to meet your ABAWD work requirement, you will need to find another approved activity to stay eligible for SNAP benefits.

How Do I Enroll?

You can enroll in one of the following ways:

• Call us: 330-643-6577, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Online: Complete the SNAP E&T request through the Ohio Benefits Self-service Portal at ssp.benefits.ohio.gov.
• In-person visit our office at
  1180 S. Main St, Suite 102
  Akron, OH 44301